Public Policy and Political Communication

Master of Social Sciences

6211JX103

Become a Master of Change Management and Democratic Development!

The Master’s program in “Public Policy and Political Communication” is designed for those who aspire to influence decision-making processes, strengthen civil society, and effectively engage with governmental and international institutions.

This program equips you with the knowledge and skills essential to achieving your goals. It combines the study of public policy development with the tools of political communication, enabling students to analyze current challenges, design strategies at all levels of governance — from local to global — and apply best practices to implement them.

The program is enhanced in line with modern European educational standards and developed in cooperation with Leiden University and the Netherlands Institute for Public Administration (ROI) — recognized leaders in public policy and governance in Europe.

Why Choose This Program?

• Relevant and modern content — focuses on current societal challenges, effective tools for political communication in a networked society, public sector management, and European integration processes.
• Highly qualified international faculty — the teaching staff includes leading scholars, researchers, and practitioners in public policy analysis, political communication, and democratic development.
• Flexible study format — evening classes and online modules make it easy to combine studies with employment.
• Practice-oriented learning — opportunities to conduct your own analytical and research projects and undertake internships with international and regional organizations.
• International perspective — access to international courses and academic exchanges (Erasmus+, OSUN), and lectures by professors and experts from top universities in Europe and the U.S.
• Language support — the program begins in Russian with a gradual transition to full proficiency in English, making it especially suitable for students from Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia.
• Personal academic advising — ongoing support from a personal advisor throughout the entire course of study.

Graduates of the “Public Policy and Political Communication” program are in high demand across public administration, international organizations, think tanks, NGOs, communications agencies, and the media.

Upon completion of the program, graduates may pursue careers as:

• Policy analysts and consultants — providing expert analysis in public administration, political processes, and international relations; advising governmental bodies and organizations.
• Public relations and communications specialists — implementing social and communications projects, fostering interaction with media and the public.
• Professionals in international and non-governmental organizations — working on projects promoting democracy, human rights, civic engagement, and sustainable development.
• Project managers — planning, organizing, and coordinating initiatives in public policy and international cooperation.
• Political journalists and commentators — analyzing and covering political and social developments in national and international media, shaping public discourse.
• Researchers and analysts at national and international research institutions — conducting in-depth analyses of social, political, and economic issues.

Academic pathway — opportunity to pursue doctoral (PhD) studies at universities in Europe and the U.S., and conduct research in the field of public policy and communication.

Admission Conditions

Enrollment in master's programs is conducted without entrance exams, based on a motivational interview and confirmation of English language proficiency (B2 level or higher).

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